How do you size the boots? Comparison to Tru-Balance or any other brand/last? I have read through the thread and am looking for something more specific. Should I go with my Indy boot size? Desert boot?

Just because they can handle framing a deck, rock hunting or the like doesn't mean they are the right tool for the job. I can certainly go off road with a Mercedes SUV but it's far from the obvious choice for a dedicated off-road vehicle. I can jack it up, put on big beefy tires (or a vibram half sole) and it would work just fine. That doesn't make it the right tool for someone who off-roads every weekend or logs for a living. Nor is the 1K the most obvious choice (or even the best choice) for a laborer's work boot. If you want to add vibram soles to your leather soled boots and wear them hiking...great! It doesn't make them a hiking boot. They are clearly a great choice for you and your needs.

The designers recreated a fantastic design from 100+ yrs ago. That's why I bought them and why most people buy them. That's also to whom Wolverine markets these boots. They have many other great work boots (without leather soles) for folks who need work boots.

I just got an original 1000 mile boots from an online store in Japan, and I noticed that backstay on the right foot is placed incorrectly.
I asked them to exchange new pair or refund me, but it was refused becuse it is quite normal for US products, they say.
I posted pictures of my boots, anyone advise me it is normal or defective.

I just got an original 1000 mile boots from an online store in Japan, and I noticed that backstay on the right foot is placed incorrectly.
I asked them to exchange new pair or refund me, but it was refused becuse it is quite normal for US products, they say.
I posted pictures of my boots, anyone advise me it is normal or defective.

That is not normal. If you want confirmation, call the customer service number. They will put you in contact with the lady that handles 1000 mile stuff and she will probably have you email her those pics. I don't know if that will be enough to convince the store to exchange them, but if nothing else, I think Wolverine would replace them.

That is not normal. If you want confirmation, call the customer service number. They will put you in contact with the lady that handles 1000 mile stuff and she will probably have you email her those pics. I don't know if that will be enough to convince the store to exchange them, but if nothing else, I think Wolverine would replace them.

That is not normal. If you want confirmation, call the customer service number. They will put you in contact with the lady that handles 1000 mile stuff and she will probably have you email her those pics. I don't know if that will be enough to convince the store to exchange them, but if nothing else, I think Wolverine would replace them.